stage left

noun

, Theater.

1. the part of the stage that is left of center as one faces the audience.

stage left

noun

1. the part of the stage to the left of a performer facing the audience

Word History and Origins

Origin of stage left¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

The execution on stage left me in awe, willing to believe pretty much anything.

From Los Angeles Times

Walz will stand behind the podium on stage left - the right side on the screen.

From BBC

He exited stage left to go congratulate the winner.

From Seattle Times

McIlroy had said at the end of 2022 that Norman needed to “exit stage left” for there to be any meaningful conversations.

From Seattle Times

“And so I exit stage left, and it was brief.”

From Seattle Times